The San Jose Mercury News comments in its editorial section with regards to a proposal made at city hall regarding fast food establishments near schools for youth. The proposal is similar to one already made into law in the city of Los Angeles. The editorial starts...

"More than 25 percent of youths in San Jose are overweight and in danger of becoming obese. It's admirable for city leaders to want to promote healthier eating. But the solution proposed by Councilwoman Nora Campos - a citywide moratorium on new fast-food restaurants - is impractical and simplistic."

San Jose is the third largest city in contemporary California. Los Angeles is the largest in the state, followed by San Diego, which is second.